2000 Ford Artic vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Artic | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
